International Staff Training Week: "ENGAGE: Fostering Community Engagement in Higher Education for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Hosting Higher Education Institution:
Paracelsus Medical University
Institution website:
https://www.pmu.ac.at/
Country:
Austria
Language:
English
Dates:
Monday, 14 October, 2024 to Friday, 18 October, 2024
Registration fee:
Eur 350,00 includes the 4-day workshop, opening dinner, coffee breaks, city tour, and training certificate.*
Fee reductions/waivers:
*The organizers have applied for a grant that, if approved, will allow for waiving the workshop and other fees. Registered participants will be informed of the grant status as soon as possible.
Maximum number of participants:
30
Deadline for applying:
Sunday, 15 September, 2024
Accommodation:
Accommodation not provided
Contact person details:
international.office@pmu.ac.at

We are pleased to invite you to our International Staff Training Week at Paracelsus Medical University in Salzburg, themed "ENGAGE: Fostering Community Engagement in Higher Education for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion". This event will take place from October 14-18, 2024, and promises a rich program focused on enhancing community engagement practices within higher education institutions.

In addition to presentations, workshops, lectures, and discussions, the staff week will feature social activities including an opening dinner, a city tour, and an evening social event.

This program meets the requirements of the Erasmus+ staff mobility grant.

See the program in detail below:

/ 14.10.2024, Monday

Official welcome, followed by two keynote lecturers. The first workshop focuses on problems of practice in higher education. The day concludes with an opening dinner.

/ 15.10.2024, Tuesday

Explore community engagement through the lens of DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility). This session highlights meaningful participation and accountability in community engagement strategies.

/ 16.10.2024, Wednesday

Develop action plans for community engagement. Activities include practical exercises, presentations, and group feedback.

/ 17.10.2024, Thursday

Participate in a community engagement activity on water hydration! A city tour and a social dinner conclude the evening.

/ 18.10.2024, Friday

Interested participants can opt to join the Erasmus+ Day celebration or the discussion on publication opportunities on the workshop theme.

To register online, please use the provided link: https://forms.pmu.ac.at/240942053318351 or scan the QR code inside the brochure.

 

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